What are Zebra Blinds

With their bold black and white striped pattern reminiscent of the African savanna, zebra blinds inject exotic flair into ordinary rooms. But what exactly are these decorative window shades and what style options exist?

We'll overview the key features of popular zebra blind types to consider when shopping to find your perfect exotic accent shades.

Materials

Zebra blinds come in an array of materials like vinyl, plastic, cloth, bamboo and real wood. Faux wood vinyl slats are waterproof and very durable for wet rooms. Cloth and natural wood provide a warmer, more natural texture.

Slat Size

Thin 1-1.5 inch slats give a flexible, fabric-like draped effect. 2-3 inch slats have a bolder, sharper striped pattern. Wider jumbo 4+ inch slats make a dramatic visual statement especially on larger windows.

Light Filtering vs Room Darkening

Sheer, light-filtering zebra shades are made from translucent fabrics or partially open slats allowing daytime visibility out. Dense blackout liner backing on more opaque zebra blinds fully blocks outside light for nighttime darkness.

Cordless Lift vs Corded

Cordless zebra shades lift up/down via spring mechanisms when gently pushed/pulled from the bottomrail. Corded zebra blinds require pulling cords to raise or lower shades. Consider safety if installing near pets or young children.

Common Styles

Look for classic Roman, relaxed drapery-fold Casual Zebra, or boldly horizontal Zebra Horizontals. Layered looks like Ascot or Cambridge add tailored top treatments.

With better understanding of the most popular design options, discover your perfect zebra blind match! Choose from many materials and functionality features for ideal exotic style.